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Creamed Potatoes and Peas

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Keyword creamed-potatoes-and-peas-recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings (may vary)
Calories 282kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lb petite golden potatoes
  • 2 cups frozen petite peas
  • 4 Tbsp salted butter
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 medium sweet onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cups half and half or whole milk
  • 1 tsp salt or garlic salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme OR 2-3 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • fresh chopped chives for garnishing

Instructions

  • Wash and scrub the potatoes removing any blemishes. Cook the potatoes whole in salted water for 15 minutes or until fork tender.
  • To the pot add the peas. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes or just until the peas are thawed and heated through.
  • Drain the potatoes and peas. Use a sharp knife to cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
  • Make the White Sauce: Meanwhile, in a large 12 inch skillet or heavy bottomed pot, melt the butter.
  • Once melted add the diced onion. Cook over medium-high heat just until translucent and softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the flour to the onions. Stir until the flour is absorbed. Add the salt, black pepper, granulated garlic, onion powder, thyme and nutmeg. Mix to combine.
  • Whisk in chicken stock and milk. Bring to a gentle boil then immediately lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes on low, then keep warm until the potatoes are done.
  • Combine: Add the potatoes and peas to the sauce. Gently stir to fully coat with sauce. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and serve immediately garnished with snipped chives.

Notes

  • You can use bacon drippings in place of butter.
  • You can use fresh peas in place of frozen. Fresh peas may take a few minutes longer to cook.
  • You can add mushrooms or pearl onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 407mg | Potassium: 727mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 671IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 2mg